Looking back at 9/12 March on DC

The photos of 1.2 million Americans marching on Washington, DC, are a reminder that we are in this battle together. ObamaCare, Stimulus, overreaching government at record-breaking speed ... all propelled hundreds of thousands to drop everything and head to DC to voice their objections.

We took six buses from the Shenandoah Valley. People were eager to be included. They brought signs, wore patriotic clothings, and carried American and Don't Tread On Me flags. We walked down Pennsylvania Avenue to the Capitol. Everyone was cheerful, upbeat, polite ... standing in the midst of so many in front of the U.S. Capitol was like standing in the midst of friends.

Speakers, cheers, chants ... everyone spoke up. It lasted several hours.

When it was over, as the Shenandoah Valley group gathered across the street from the Capitol, we looked back at the grounds where 1.2 million had just been ... and there was no trash. No trash. These were responsible Americans. They work hard, they saved for retirement, and they picked up their own trash behind themselves.

Conservative Americans are still speaking up.

We remember as we march for our freedoms on 9/12

This will mark the eighth year since America was struck by the terrorism and horror of 9/11. Those images that have been removed of crashing airplanes, crumbling buildings, and terrorized citizens running through the streets of New York should be shown on national TV on a regular basis so that we ... will ... never ... forget.

The March on Washington takes place on 9/12.

A local SWAC family will be spending that weekend in Washington, DC, visiting Arlington Cemetery on 9/11 which, he told me, is an annual pilgrimage for them to honor and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. This family doesn't just show up on 9/11 ... they have been instrumental in providing supplies for active military members still fighting for our freedoms.

Those freedoms are under assault from Barack Obama and Democrats who want more and more government control.

What better way to honor our fallen heroes and our active military men and women around the world than to spend the day on September 12 joining thousands of other Americans in the March on Washington in support of less government control over our freedoms?

My friend said we would meet on the Washington Mall on September 12 ... maybe in the spirit of the event instead of in person since thousands are expected to be there ... but imagine the impact of such an event.

Perhaps a conservative Woodstock?

Will you join the Tea Party Patriots in DC?

What: Tea Party Express ~ March on Washington

Destination: Washington, DC
Date: 09.12.2009
Who: Patriotic Americans who are tired of an overreaching government

Please help us continue to build momentum for the tea party movement as the Tea Party Express holds 34 Tea Party rallies in cities across America from August 28 - September 12. East coast patriots will travel directly to DC on Sept. 12.

Tea Party Express Website - read all about it
09.12.2009 March on Washington Website - read all about it

Buses will be available from the Shenandoah Valley to Washington, DC, on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, to join thousands from across America meeting on The Mall to stand up and speak out. Will you join us?

Cost: $35 per person
Pickup sites: Staunton, Harrisonburg, New Market, Woodstock. Others will be added as needed.
Contact: Email for info and to reserve a seat

Tomorrow -- Join Vets for Freedom on Capitol Hill!

Tuesday, July 17, 2007 -- Show solidarity & support for war in Iraq

Tomorrow, Iraq and Afghanistan veterans from around the country will converge on Capitol Hill to meet with their senators--face-to-face--and tell them not to undermine General Petraeus and the new strategy. The response from vets has been very strong and is gaining momentum every hour.

Already, at least 25 veterans from around the country--on very short notice and on their own dime--have committed to traveling to Washington, DC from as far as Texas, Missouri, Michigan, and Florida. Our vets have small group meetings scheduled with a number of prominent--yet wobbly--senators, and will also have a group meeting with Senate leaders to discuss Iraq war policy. In addition, be on the lookout for our afternoon press conference, which will take place just off the Senate floor.

It's not too late for you to join us! If you'd like to come, just go to www.vetsforfreedom.org/tenweeks and sign up. Or RSVP with Adriel Domenech, our Field Director, at 501-412-1224. I hope vets in local states--Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York--will consider taking the day-off and making the trip. It's not much to ask...and will be worth your time.

And again, if you're not sure if you should get involved, check out what radical anti-war groups are planning. They go so far as to "express solidarity with the resistance movements in [Iraq and Afghanistan]." People like this are on Capitol Hill every day and we can't let their loud voices be the only ones Congress hears. There is too much at stake.

Two Urgent Action Items:
1) Sunday's New York Times included an egregious front-page article about how, supposedly, military families are turning against the war in droves. The piece is full of anecdotes, and short on fact. Please write a brief letter to the editor today, taking issue with the story. Click here to read the article. Send your letters to: letters@nytimes.com. Keep them short (less than 150 words) and make clear which story you are responding to (also include your address and phone number). The most powerful story you can tell is your own, but also feel free to cite some of the facts below:

The story mentions a group called 'Iraq Veterans Against the War', which was started in 2004 and boasts 500 members. But it failed to mention Vets for Freedom, which was started in 2006 (two years later) and already has over 5,000 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans members who believe in the mission. (www.VetsforFreedom.org)

The story mentions a group called "Military Families Speak Out" which was started in 2002 and boasts 3,500 member families. But it failed to mention "Families United for our Troops and Their Mission" which was started in August, 2005 and already has 37,000 members who believe in the mission. (http://www.familiesunitedmission.com)

The story mentions a group called "Appeal for Redress" which was started in September 2006 and boasts 2,000 members. But it failed to mention the "Appeal for Courage," which was also started in 2006 and already has over 3,300 members who believe in the mission. (www.AppealforCourage.org)

Side note: Vets for Freedom is coordinating with both Families United and Appeal for Courage to ensure maximum effectiveness.

2) Don't forget to call the 2 Senators from Virginia on Tuesday to reinforce the efforts of our "Vets on the Hill": John Warner (202) 224-202311), Jim Webb (202) 224-4024.

Together, our voices will be heard on Capitol Hill and throughout America--because the vast majority of troops and their families support the mission, and believe General Petraeus should be given the time and resources he needs to succeed.

Thank you for all your efforts and support. God bless,

Pete Hegseth
Iraq War Veteran 2005-2006
Executive Director, Vets for Freedom

Go to Vets for Freedom/10 weeks for the latest on the "10 Weeks to Testimony." Click here to Donate to Vets for Freedom.